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LCD Monitor User Manual GL950A / GL950AM G950A / G950AM GL951A / GL951AM / G951A G955A GL2250 / GL2250M / GL2250HM / GL2250TM G2250 / G2250HM G2255A / G2255 G2251M / G2251TM GL2450 / GL2450M / GL2450HM G2450 / G2450HM GL2750HM / G2750 / G2750HM
LCD Monitor User Manual GL950A / GL950AM G950A / G950AM GL951A / GL951AM / G951A G955A GL2250 / GL2250M / GL2250HM / GL2250TM G2250 / G2250HM G2255A / G2255 G2251M / G2251TM GL2450 / GL2450M / GL2450HM G2450 / G2450HM GL2750HM / G2750 / G2750HM
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... power company. • An approved power cord greater or equal to notify any person of the above mentioned misuse or other risks. Disclaimer BenQ Corporation makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with a lint-free, non-abrasive cloth. Servicing Do not attempt to service ... to make changes from the type of the cabinet are not sure of the type of BenQ Corporation. No part of this equipment from the wall outlet before cleaning. Clean the LCD monitor surface with respect to dangerous voltages or other accident such as a power disconnect device for...
... power company. • An approved power cord greater or equal to notify any person of the above mentioned misuse or other risks. Disclaimer BenQ Corporation makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with a lint-free, non-abrasive cloth. Servicing Do not attempt to service ... to make changes from the type of the cabinet are not sure of the type of BenQ Corporation. No part of this equipment from the wall outlet before cleaning. Clean the LCD monitor surface with respect to dangerous voltages or other accident such as a power disconnect device for...
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...Getting to know your monitor 7 Front view ...7 Back view ...7 How to assemble your monitor hardware 9 How to detach the base ...13 Using the monitor wall mounting kit 14 Getting the most from your BenQ monitor 15 How to install the monitor on a new computer 16 How to upgrade the monitor on an existing ...computer 18 How to install on Windows 7 system 19 How to install on Windows Vista systems 20 Picture optimization ...21 How to adjust your monitor 22 The control...
...Getting to know your monitor 7 Front view ...7 Back view ...7 How to assemble your monitor hardware 9 How to detach the base ...13 Using the monitor wall mounting kit 14 Getting the most from your BenQ monitor 15 How to install the monitor on a new computer 16 How to upgrade the monitor on an existing ...computer 18 How to install on Windows 7 system 19 How to install on Windows Vista systems 20 Picture optimization ...21 How to adjust your monitor 22 The control...
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Getting started 5 BenQ LCD Monitor Monitor Stand (for models without height adjustment stand) Monitor Base (for models without height adjustment stand) Monitor Base (for models with height adjustment stand) Quick Start Guide CD-ROM Power Cord (Picture may differ from product supplied for your region.) Getting started When unpacking please check you have the following items. If any are missing or damaged, please contact the place of purchase for a replacement.
Getting started 5 BenQ LCD Monitor Monitor Stand (for models without height adjustment stand) Monitor Base (for models without height adjustment stand) Monitor Base (for models with height adjustment stand) Quick Start Guide CD-ROM Power Cord (Picture may differ from product supplied for your region.) Getting started When unpacking please check you have the following items. If any are missing or damaged, please contact the place of purchase for a replacement.
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The fitted foam packing is ideal for use in storage for protecting the monitor during transport. Always keep the product and accessories out of reach of small children. 6 Getting started Video Cable: D-Sub Video Cable: DVI-D (Optional accessory for models with DVI inputs, sold separately) Video Cable: HDMI (Optional accessory for models with HDMI inputs, sold separately) Audio Cable (Optional accessory for models with speakers) Consider keeping the box and packaging in the future when you may need to transport the monitor.
The fitted foam packing is ideal for use in storage for protecting the monitor during transport. Always keep the product and accessories out of reach of small children. 6 Getting started Video Cable: D-Sub Video Cable: DVI-D (Optional accessory for models with DVI inputs, sold separately) Video Cable: HDMI (Optional accessory for models with HDMI inputs, sold separately) Audio Cable (Optional accessory for models with speakers) Consider keeping the box and packaging in the future when you may need to transport the monitor.
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Power button 2 Back view 3 3 3. Getting to know your monitor 7 Input and output ports (vary by model, see Input and output ports on the model. • Picture may vary depending on page 8) 5. Getting to know your monitor Front view 1. Kensington lock slot 4 5 • Above diagram may differ from product supplied for models with speakers) 4. Control buttons 1 2. Speakers (for your region.
Power button 2 Back view 3 3 3. Getting to know your monitor 7 Input and output ports (vary by model, see Input and output ports on the model. • Picture may vary depending on page 8) 5. Getting to know your monitor Front view 1. Kensington lock slot 4 5 • Above diagram may differ from product supplied for models with speakers) 4. Control buttons 1 2. Speakers (for your region.
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Headphone jack 4. HDMI socket 5. Audio Line In 1 23 4 5 6 Models with analog-only inputs and speakers 6. DVI-D socket 1 23 56 Models with dual inputs and speakers 3. Models with analog-only inputs 1 6 8 Getting to know your purchased model. AC power input jack 2. D-Sub socket 1 23 6 Models with dual inputs 1 56 Models with HDMI inputs 1. Input and output ports Available input and output ports may vary depending on your monitor
Headphone jack 4. HDMI socket 5. Audio Line In 1 23 4 5 6 Models with analog-only inputs and speakers 6. DVI-D socket 1 23 56 Models with dual inputs and speakers 3. Models with analog-only inputs 1 6 8 Getting to know your purchased model. AC power input jack 2. D-Sub socket 1 23 6 Models with dual inputs 1 56 Models with HDMI inputs 1. Input and output ports Available input and output ports may vary depending on your monitor
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... pull them together until instructed to do so. • The following illustrations are for your reference only. Attach the monitor base. Please be careful to prevent damage to assemble your monitor hardware 9 Orient and align the stand arm with a height adjustment stand (HAS) on page 37 for details on ...locks in or turn-on your desk will crack the glass or damage the LCD substrate voiding your warranty. How to the monitor. Do not plug-in place. Protect the monitor and screen by clearing a flat open area on your desk and placing a soft item like a stapler or a mouse will...
... pull them together until instructed to do so. • The following illustrations are for your reference only. Attach the monitor base. Please be careful to prevent damage to assemble your monitor hardware 9 Orient and align the stand arm with a height adjustment stand (HAS) on page 37 for details on ...locks in or turn-on your desk will crack the glass or damage the LCD substrate voiding your warranty. How to the monitor. Do not plug-in place. Protect the monitor and screen by clearing a flat open area on your desk and placing a soft item like a stapler or a mouse will...
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Gently attempt to pull them back apart to check that they have properly engaged. 2 1 4 5 3 You should position the monitor and angle the screen to minimize unwanted reflections from other light sources. -5O~ +15O 10 How to attach the monitor stand and the base. If the screen size is 27 inches, follow the illustrations on the right to assemble your monitor hardware
Gently attempt to pull them back apart to check that they have properly engaged. 2 1 4 5 3 You should position the monitor and angle the screen to minimize unwanted reflections from other light sources. -5O~ +15O 10 How to attach the monitor stand and the base. If the screen size is 27 inches, follow the illustrations on the right to assemble your monitor hardware
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...the connection. - Tighten all finger screws to two different PCs with appropriate video systems. (Not available for models with the ferrite filter) to the monitor video socket. If there is if they are connected to prevent the plugs from accidently falling out during use . Better quality: HDMI / DVI-D -... port of the D-Sub cable (at the end without the ferrite filter) to the computer video socket. Tighten all finger screws to the monitor video socket. Connect the other end of the DVI-D cable (at the end without the ferrite filter) to prevent the plugs from accidently ...
...the connection. - Tighten all finger screws to two different PCs with appropriate video systems. (Not available for models with the ferrite filter) to the monitor video socket. If there is if they are connected to prevent the plugs from accidently falling out during use . Better quality: HDMI / DVI-D -... port of the D-Sub cable (at the end without the ferrite filter) to the computer video socket. Tighten all finger screws to the monitor video socket. Connect the other end of the DVI-D cable (at the end without the ferrite filter) to prevent the plugs from accidently ...
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...Do not connect the other end of the power cord into the socket labelled on page 8 for your monitor hardware Plug the other end to the monitor. Picture may differ from your BenQ monitor on the power. Location of the Line In and headphone jacks may vary by pressing the power button ...on . To extend the service life of the product, we recommend that you use your computer's power management function. 12 How to install the monitor software. You may...
...Do not connect the other end of the power cord into the socket labelled on page 8 for your monitor hardware Plug the other end to the monitor. Picture may differ from your BenQ monitor on the power. Location of the Line In and headphone jacks may vary by pressing the power button ...on . To extend the service life of the product, we recommend that you use your computer's power management function. 12 How to install the monitor software. You may...
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...inches, follow the illustration on the right to detach the monitor base. 1 2 1 2 1 2 3 How to the hole above the monitor stand arm, and then push the screwdriver against the release button inside the hole. Turn off the monitor and the power before unplugging the power cable. Push the... the screen face down on the desk for padding, before unplugging the monitor signal cable. Insert a pointed object such as a screwdriver to assemble your monitor hardware 13 Then pull the monitor stand backward away from the monitor. Placing the screen surface on an object like a towel on a ...
...inches, follow the illustration on the right to detach the monitor base. 1 2 1 2 1 2 3 How to the hole above the monitor stand arm, and then push the screwdriver against the release button inside the hole. Turn off the monitor and the power before unplugging the power cable. Push the... the screen face down on the desk for padding, before unplugging the monitor signal cable. Insert a pointed object such as a screwdriver to assemble your monitor hardware 13 Then pull the monitor stand backward away from the monitor. Placing the screen surface on an object like a towel on a ...
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...to support the weight of the monitor. • Turn off the monitor and the power before disconnecting the cables from the LCD monitor. 1. In case you purchased to complete the installation. 1 2 1 2 14 How to assemble your monitor hardware Precautions: • Install your monitor and monitor mounting kit on page 13. ...Follow the instruction manuals of the wall mount bracket you intend to use . 2. Using the monitor wall mounting kit The back of your LCD monitor has a VESA standard mount with flat surface. • Ensure that the wall material is 27 inches, follow the ...
...to support the weight of the monitor. • Turn off the monitor and the power before disconnecting the cables from the LCD monitor. 1. In case you purchased to complete the installation. 1 2 1 2 14 How to assemble your monitor hardware Precautions: • Install your monitor and monitor mounting kit on page 13. ...Follow the instruction manuals of the wall mount bracket you intend to use . 2. Using the monitor wall mounting kit The back of your LCD monitor has a VESA standard mount with flat surface. • Ensure that the wall material is 27 inches, follow the ...
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...of the purchased model, refer to which process you should install the custom BenQ LCD Monitor driver software as a member of the Administrators group in order to successfully install the BenQ LCD Monitor driver software. Furthermore, if your computer is connected to a network which ... you connect and install your BenQ LCD Monitor will launch its Found New Hardware wizard. The circumstances under which already has existing monitor driver software) with a newer monitor. Getting the most from your BenQ monitor To gain the most from your BenQ monitor 15 Further details and step-by...
...of the purchased model, refer to which process you should install the custom BenQ LCD Monitor driver software as a member of the Administrators group in order to successfully install the BenQ LCD Monitor driver software. Furthermore, if your computer is connected to a network which ... you connect and install your BenQ LCD Monitor will launch its Found New Hardware wizard. The circumstances under which already has existing monitor driver software) with a newer monitor. Getting the most from your BenQ monitor To gain the most from your BenQ monitor 15 Further details and step-by...
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... GL950A / GL950AM G950A / G950AM GL951A / GL951AM G951A G955A GL2250 / GL2250M / GL2250TM GL2250HM G2250 G2250HM G2251M / G2251TM G2255A G2255 GL2450 / GL2450M GL2450HM G2450 G2450HM 16 Getting the most from your monitor hardware on page 9. Follow the instructions in How to assemble your BenQ monitor ... these instructions. If you should instead be following the instructions for which the BenQ LCD Monitor is only suitable for a computer which has never had another monitor connected to it . Insert the BenQ LCD Monitor CD-ROM into a CD drive on the computer. 3. Click Finish. 7....
... GL950A / GL950AM G950A / G950AM GL951A / GL951AM G951A G955A GL2250 / GL2250M / GL2250TM GL2250HM G2250 G2250HM G2251M / G2251TM G2255A G2255 GL2450 / GL2450M GL2450HM G2450 G2450HM 16 Getting the most from your monitor hardware on page 9. Follow the instructions in How to assemble your BenQ monitor ... these instructions. If you should instead be following the instructions for which the BenQ LCD Monitor is only suitable for a computer which has never had another monitor connected to it . Insert the BenQ LCD Monitor CD-ROM into a CD drive on the computer. 3. Click Finish. 7....
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Driver files GL2750H G2750 G2750H GL2750HM G2750 G2750HM Suitable models Getting the most from your BenQ monitor 17
Driver files GL2750H G2750 G2750H GL2750HM G2750 G2750HM Suitable models Getting the most from your BenQ monitor 17
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... software involves selecting an appropriate information file (.inf) on page 20. 18 Getting the most from the CD. The BenQ LCD Monitor driver for your model may well function perfectly with other versions of Windows, however, as compatible for Windows Vista and Windows 7 Operating System (OS...• How to install on Windows 7 system on page 19. • How to install on Windows Vista systems on the BenQ LCD Monitor CD-ROM for the particular model monitor you through the file selection and installation process. Windows has an Upgrade Device Driver Wizard to automate the task and guide you...
... software involves selecting an appropriate information file (.inf) on page 20. 18 Getting the most from the CD. The BenQ LCD Monitor driver for your model may well function perfectly with other versions of Windows, however, as compatible for Windows Vista and Windows 7 Operating System (OS...• How to install on Windows 7 system on page 19. • How to install on Windows Vista systems on the BenQ LCD Monitor CD-ROM for the particular model monitor you through the file selection and installation process. Windows has an Upgrade Device Driver Wizard to automate the task and guide you...
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Select the correct folder name of your monitor from your BenQ monitor 19 Click Close. You may be 'D:' or 'E:' or 'F:' etc. 9. Getting the most from provided driver list, and click Next. In the Update Driver Software window, ... from the menu. 3. Alternatively, right-click the desktop and select Personalize, Display, Devices and Printers, and right-click the name of your monitor from the menu. Click Generic PnP Monitor, and then the Properties button. 5. How to install on the computer. 7. Go to your computer after the driver update is the drive...
Select the correct folder name of your monitor from your BenQ monitor 19 Click Close. You may be 'D:' or 'E:' or 'F:' etc. 9. Getting the most from provided driver list, and click Next. In the Update Driver Software window, ... from the menu. 3. Alternatively, right-click the desktop and select Personalize, Display, Devices and Printers, and right-click the name of your monitor from the menu. Click Generic PnP Monitor, and then the Properties button. 5. How to install on the computer. 7. Go to your computer after the driver update is the drive...
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...button. Click Browse and navigate to the following directory: d:\BenQ_LCD\Driver\ (where d is complete. 20 Getting the most from your BenQ monitor The drive letter for driver software. 8. This will display. 2. Open Display Settings. Right-click the desktop and select Personalize from ... copy and install the appropriate monitor driver files to your system - Insert the BenQ LCD Monitor CD-ROM into a CD drive on Windows Vista systems 1. The Generic PnP Monitor Properties window will display. 3. You may be prompted to restart your monitor from the example above depending ...
...button. Click Browse and navigate to the following directory: d:\BenQ_LCD\Driver\ (where d is complete. 20 Getting the most from your BenQ monitor The drive letter for driver software. 8. This will display. 2. Open Display Settings. Right-click the desktop and select Personalize from ... copy and install the appropriate monitor driver files to your system - Insert the BenQ LCD Monitor CD-ROM into a CD drive on Windows Vista systems 1. The Generic PnP Monitor Properties window will display. 3. You may be prompted to restart your monitor from the example above depending ...
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... you connect a digital video output using geometry menu items. To assist you in this endeavour, BenQ has provided a screen test image utility which you notice a horizontal noise, press the or keys to access the monitor On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. 4. If you wish, you can always adjust the screen ...noise disappears. 6. Press the AUTO key on your operating system. Picture optimization 21 Then press the or keys to the native resolution of the monitor when you use the AUTO key function. Press the AUTO key to optimize the currently displayed image to enter the menu. 5. If you ...
... you connect a digital video output using geometry menu items. To assist you in this endeavour, BenQ has provided a screen test image utility which you notice a horizontal noise, press the or keys to access the monitor On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. 4. If you wish, you can always adjust the screen ...noise disappears. 6. Press the AUTO key on your operating system. Picture optimization 21 Then press the or keys to the native resolution of the monitor when you use the AUTO key function. Press the AUTO key to optimize the currently displayed image to enter the menu. 5. If you ...